CSS Forum Urges PM for Swift Cadre Review Report Submission & Implementation

The Cadre CSS Forum, representing all Central Secretariat Services (CSS) Cadre officers, is actively seeking the attention of the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) to expedite the submission and implementation of the Cadre Review Report, a crucial step for the advancement of their careers. In a letter addressed to the PMO, the Forum has also expressed its desire for a meeting with the Prime Minister to provide insights into their cause.

The Central Government, recognizing the need for additional manpower in light of numerous new developmental schemes and projects, constituted a Cadre Review Committee (CRC) on October 27, 2022. The CRC was tasked with assessing the requirement of additional personnel. The CSS Forum's letter emphasizes that the CRC had requested input on additional manpower from various ministries and departments by the end of December. Most departments had submitted their requirements in the first half of 2023, and the committee had concluded its deliberations some time ago. However, the formal submission of the CRC Report is still pending.

The Forum underscores in its letter that the timely submission of the CRC Report is crucial in mitigating stagnation at certain grades, where officers often remain stagnant for extended periods despite being eligible for promotion due to a lack of available vacancies. The Forum contends that once the CRC Report is submitted, new positions will be created across various ministries and departments. This, in turn, will open avenues for the promotion of numerous CSS Cadre officers who have been facing career stagnation due to the absence of promotional opportunities despite their eligibility.

In essence, the CSS Forum is advocating for swift action to break the bottleneck, ensuring that the career progression of CSS Cadre officers aligns with their eligibility and aspirations.